Residential Childcare Officer
other jobs Careline-The Agency For Carestaff Limited
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- England,South East,Berkshire,Reading
- Part-time, full-time
- £12 - £14 per hour
Job Description:
We are a busy childcare agency serving Berkshire and the surrounding counties. We have a number of new roles and assignments supporting children and young people and we are looking for staff to join our team.
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
We are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and skilled Residential Childcare Officers to join our team and support young people in residential care.
As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will play a key role in providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children and young people in care. You will work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care, support their emotional, physical, and educational development, and empower them to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities: *Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people in a residential care setting.
*Build positive relationships with young people, acting as a role model and mentor.
*Ensure the emotional and physical needs of the young people are met.
*Implement individual care plans in collaboration with the existing staff team and other professional.
*Promote and support the educational, social, and recreational development of young people.
*Help young people develop life skills, including independence, self-care, and decision-making.
*Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with policies and procedures.
Skills & Qualifications: * Essential:
*Experience in working with children and young people, ideally in a residential or childcare setting.
*Understanding of child development, safeguarding, and child protection policies.
*Ability to build strong, positive relationships with young people.
*Good communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
*A commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
* Desirable:
*Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
*Knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding practices.
*Previous experience of working in a residential care setting.
*Full UK driving license
Benefits: *Access to free training on our training platform
*Up to 28 days paid holiday
*Flexible working hours
*Top up, adhoc or full time work abailable
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
We are looking for dedicated, compassionate, and skilled Residential Childcare Officers to join our team and support young people in residential care.
As a Residential Childcare Officer, you will play a key role in providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children and young people in care. You will work as part of a team to deliver high-quality care, support their emotional, physical, and educational development, and empower them to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities: *Provide day-to-day care and support to children and young people in a residential care setting.
*Build positive relationships with young people, acting as a role model and mentor.
*Ensure the emotional and physical needs of the young people are met.
*Implement individual care plans in collaboration with the existing staff team and other professional.
*Promote and support the educational, social, and recreational development of young people.
*Help young people develop life skills, including independence, self-care, and decision-making.
*Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with policies and procedures.
Skills & Qualifications: * Essential:
*Experience in working with children and young people, ideally in a residential or childcare setting.
*Understanding of child development, safeguarding, and child protection policies.
*Ability to build strong, positive relationships with young people.
*Good communication and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
*A commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of young people.
* Desirable:
*Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
*Knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding practices.
*Previous experience of working in a residential care setting.
*Full UK driving license
Benefits: *Access to free training on our training platform
*Up to 28 days paid holiday
*Flexible working hours
*Top up, adhoc or full time work abailable
Job number 1854046
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Company Details:
Careline-The Agency For Carestaff Limited
Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Social Care
We are a care agency that has been providing experienced care staff to services within the care profession since 1989.
We are also a child care agency...